Pluck you: A masterclass in eyebrows

Lose the unibrowTo figure out what needs to go, just place the pad of your thumb between your brows. Any hairs between it should be removed.How to tame your straysThick, bushy eyebrows can look strong and handsome (think Virat Kohli), but they get out of control easily. As with flyaway head hair, a styling product can help. To achieve a structured appearance (without veering into Jersey Shore territory), try a clear brow gel like M.A.C’s Brow Set (Clear) Transparent Eyebrow Gel(Rs 1000). It’s water-resistant and it won’t flake – just brush brows up and back with a few quick sweeps in the morningGet The Right Tool
Buy a pair of tweezers made to fit a man’s hand. Urban Shore’s Tweezers (Rs 1,000), made from surgical-grade Italian steel have slanted ends that give you a good grip, helping you pluck brow hairs with ease.

Prep With A Shower
“The heat opens up pores and will loosen the hair so it won’t hurt as much,” says celebrity stylist Anastasia Soare, whose clients include David Beckham and Ryan Seacrest. If you’ve got especially sensitive skin, apply ice or Lacto Calamine after you’re done to help lessen the sting.

Do A Quick Trim
All guys should do this, and not just those with heavy brows. “Taking the weight out might be all you need to look young and polished,” says Ramy Gafni, an eyebrow expert in New York City. Comb hairs straight up with a brow brush, then clip any hairs that stick out above the natural brow line.

Master Your Technique
Always use a regular mirror (not a magnifying mirror, which can lead to over plucking) and remove hairs one by one. Pull them quickly by the root in their natural direction to prevent ingrowths. Step back regularly to assess your work.

Leave A Few Strays
To keep things from looking artificial, never carve into your arch and don’t remove every last rogue. A little roughness is a must for men.

Threading – It’s just not for the ladies anymore
This popular hair removal method is the best professional service available for guys who want a clean-up that doesn’t look too obvious. A technician twists a piece of cotton thread into a loop, then rolls it over the skin, trapping and pulling out hairs. “It’s faster than plucking and more precise than waxing, because it can remove one or 10 hairs at a time,” says celeb threader Marco Ochoa. And with no harsh contact with the skin, there’s less pain and redness. “You can get threaded on your lunch break and be done in 10 minutes,” Ochoa adds.